Connecting Rod, Engine

Connecting Rod Thrust Clearance
Using a dial indicator, measure the thrust clearance while moving the connecting rod back and forth.
Standard thrust clearance 0.16 - 0.36 mm (0.0063 - 0.0142 inch)
Maximum thrust clearance 0.36 mm (0.0142 inch)

Connecting Rod Oil Clearance
Install the connecting rod cap with the 2 bolts.
Torque:
1ST 15 Nm (150 kgf-cm, 11 ft. lbs.)
2ND Turn 90°
Measure the Plastigage at its widest point.
Standard oil clearance 0.016 - 0.040 mm (0.0006 - 0.0016 inch)
Maximum oil clearance 0.06 mm (0.0024 inch)

Connecting Rod Cap
Install the connecting rod cap with the 2 bolts.
Torque:
1ST 15 Nm (150 kgf-cm, 11 ft. lbs.)
2ND Turn 90°
Measure the Plastigage at its widest point.
Standard oil clearance 0.016 - 0.040 mm (0.0006 - 0.0016 inch)
Maximum oil clearance 0.06 mm (0.0024 inch)

Connecting Rod Alignment
Check for misalignment
Maximum misalignment 0.05 mm (0.0020 inch) per 100 mm (3.94 inch)
Check for twist
Maximum twist 0.05 mm (0.0020 inch) per 100 mm (3.94 inch)

Connecting Rod Bolts
Standard diameter 6.6 - 6.7 mm (0.260 - 0.264 inch)
Minimum diameter 6.4 mm (0.252 inch)